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Recurrent Ascites Beyond the Usual Suspects: Uncovering an Overlooked Culprit

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Hepatic amyloidosis is a rare condition that leads to progressive liver dysfunction. Diagnosis is often challenging since clinical presentation may be highly varied and is dependent upon the extent of liver involvement, underlying etiology of amyloid deposition, as well as concomitant extrahepatic manifestations. Ascites, although uncommon, can be a presenting feature of hepatic amyloidosis and pose diagnostic challenges as it can occur in a variety of liver and nonliver-related conditions. Herein, we present a case of hepatic amyloidosis in a patient with recurrent ascites, emphasizing the importance of considering this condition in the differential diagnosis of individuals presenting with unexplained ascites.

Source: Case Reports in Hepatology

DOI: 10.1155/crhe/9961539

Authors: Binoy Desai, Harjit Singh, Alessandra Martorella, Bryce Kunkle, Amol S. Rangnekar

Institutions: Mount Sinai Health System, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Amyloidosis: Diagnosis, Treatment, Outcomes

Subfield: Molecular Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $790